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Old 01-29-2009, 11:42 PM  
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Van shopping part deux
Back to the old drawing board.

I had a 2008 Chrysler Town and Country Touring with 24k miles and talked them into including the Lifetime PowerTrain Warranty free (normally $1650 extra) for $17,995 lined up but, after my first test drive last week I found a problem with the shift from 1st to 2nd. They looked into it and determined it needed a new part. They then chose to replace the entire transmission with a brand new unit. Okay, fine. Today I went back to test drive it again and now after I finish the drive, there is a ticking coming from the engine when it is shut off. They tell me it is just the "heat shield" cooling off. This ticking is loud though. bordering on annoying. They agree to put it back up on the rack tomorrow morning to look it over and see if it could be anything else.

So, I am also looking at a 2005 Honda Odyssey EXL with 52k miles for $18,816 that has leather seats and a DVD system and a limited 3 yr 100k mile warranty. 48k miles left on that.

I have also looked at a 2007 Hyundai Entourage base model (no power anything) and a ugly tan interior fabric with 13k miles for $13,988. My major problem with this is that the cockpit is too small for my 6'2" frame and the fact it is base model.

I want to go with the T&C but am very concerned over the "ticking" issue. If the other vehicles I tested made the same noise I wouldn't be worried about it but they don't make that noise. I even drove another 2008 T&C and a 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT (exact same as T&C) no ticking. Problem with the others I drove is that they can't come close to the price of the one mentioned above.

Any thoughts?
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Old 01-30-2009, 09:50 AM   #46
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Old 01-30-2009, 10:45 AM   #47
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Just buy the Honda and be happy. Change the oil, and replace the timing belt at 100k just to be safe. The wife has a 2003 Pilot (same powertrain) that we bought new and it has 81k. Nothing but routine maint. so far. Gets 18 mpg around town and about 24-26 on long trips. Quality is outstanding. Still as tight and taunt as when it was new. Leather still looks great. Did have a radio go up in flames, but found a refurb replacement one for $225 (we have the factory dual zone DVD system).

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Old 01-30-2009, 10:58 AM   #48
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I would be leary of T&C new tranny, the heat shield normal. Look around. Honda makes a solid van, resale good.
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Old 01-30-2009, 01:00 PM   #49
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Hey Guru - if you decide to go with that T&C, be sure to call Chrysler customer care with the VIN and double check that powertrain warranty and make sure it transfers. Also make sure that the warranty isn't voided if this turns out to be a fleet (rental) car.
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Old 01-30-2009, 02:22 PM   #50
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Wait, did you pay for the premium or is that just 3 things on the report that you don't know what they are until you buy a carfax subscription? Reason I ask is that those could be normal things like transfer of ownership.
On that one, Honda provided me with the report on their website. It is the full report and specifically lists 3 reported accidents. The only thing I don't know is the severity of the accident.
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Old 01-30-2009, 02:29 PM   #51
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Interesting. Doesn't Chrysler/Dodge have a reputation for having transmission problems? I would think that them replacing that tranny already would be a big time red flag.
Believe me, it is.

The positive side is that it is new. The negative side is that the first one failed only a year into it.
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Old 01-30-2009, 02:32 PM   #52
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Believe me, it is.

The positive side is that it is new. The negative side is that the first one failed only a year into it.
what WARRRanty will they give on the new trans?
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Old 01-30-2009, 02:37 PM   #53
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what WARRRanty will they give on the new trans?
It is a lifetime powertrain warranty. It's a good warranty but at the same time, I don't want to be in the shop every 2 years either. As much as I would like to buy this van the little problems are giving me a bad feeling about it.
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It is a lifetime powertrain warranty. It's a good warranty but at the same time, I don't want to be in the shop every 2 years either. As much as I would like to buy this van the little problems are giving me a bad feeling about it.
Then that should be enough to just say no. Never buy a vehicle that gives you a bad feeling.
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I've had two Chrysler vans, still own a 2001 T & C Limited. The transmissions are notorious for going out. Replaced three in my 1990 van (two while under warranty) and had to replace one in the 2001 a month after I bought the vehicle. Only bought the 2001because it was an incredible deal. I had already factored in the cost of a transmission before I bought it and was hoping it would go a few years before I would have to replace it. So much for that! Even though you say you are getting a lifetime powertrain warranty, I would advise you to walk away. With Chryslers (the Company) financial situation right now, and the probable fine print, I would be wary of the deal. Just my two cents.

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I've had two Chrysler vans, still own a 2001 T & C Limited. The transmissions are notorious for going out. Replaced three in my 1990 van (two while under warranty) and had to replace one in the 2001 a month after I bought the vehicle. Only bought the 2001because it was an incredible deal. I had already factored in the cost of a transmission before I bought it and was hoping it would go a few years before I would have to replace it. So much for that! Even though you say you are getting a lifetime powertrain warranty, I would advise you to walk away. With Chryslers (the Company) financial situation right now, and the probable fine print, I would be wary of the deal. Just my two cents.

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It is a lifetime powertrain warranty. It's a good warranty but at the same time, I don't want to be in the shop every 2 years either. As much as I would like to buy this van the little problems are giving me a bad feeling about it.
the chrysler's also have rack and pinion issues, and it seems that if you need to turn the rotors you might as well replace them, you will end up doing it in the long run they usually just warp again. it is very common with the caravan/T&C
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found 2005 T&C Limited for 12,800 with only 28k miles but it sold 2 hours before I got there damnit. Guess I shouldn't sleep. heh

Looking at a 2006 T&C Limited now with 27k miles and they are asking $16,800 for it. Based on Edmunds it looks overpriced and should be around $15k to $15.8k. Only 7 months left on the warranty and an extended for 5 years would run me 2k.

don't know if it is worth it or not. Nice vehicle though.

Also, how many of you purchase extended warranties?
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Also, how many of you purchase extended warranties?
I didn't, but if you do, only buy from the manufacturer. Third party EW's aren't worth the paper they are written on.

Go to Edmunds and look through their forum, particularly the Smart Shopper forum. There is quite a bit there about EW's. You can buy an EW from any dealer in the country and there are some really good deals out there.
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Technically, no paperwork has been signed and the vehicle has never left their lot at all so I still am allowed to back out of the "verbal" sale. I do appreciate what they are doing for me but, at the same time, this is all work that should have been done prior to putting it on the lot. One of the salesmen have been using it for the last 6 months as their personal vehicle. How the hell do you drive it for 6 months and not notice a transmission issue. I noticed it the minute I drove it off the lot on the test drive.
Get away from that car. Now.
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